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Dr. Hester Lee, MD

Ophthalmologist

Redwood City, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lee, Ophthalmologist in Redwood City, CA?

    Dr. Hester Lee, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lee completed her residency at George Washington University Hospital. Dr. Lee is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (510) 307-1530.

    Where did Dr. Lee go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: George Washington University Hospital

    What languages does Dr. Lee speak?

    Dr. Lee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Lee typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lee diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lee. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Vision Screening
    • Hearing Screening
    • Eye and Ear Check-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Optic Nerve Damage
    • Eye Pressure Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H4089: Other specified glaucoma

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Lee typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lee performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lee. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Extracapsular cataract extraction
    • Phacoemulsification
    • IOL implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery

    Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 307-1530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Redwood City, CA?

    Dr. Lee in Redwood City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

    Dr. Hester Lee's Primary Practice

    1100 Veterans Blvd

    Redwood City, CA 94063

    (510) 307-1530

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    Dept Of Ophthalmology Building C

    901 Nevin Ave Bldg C

    North Richmond, CA 94801

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    Dr. Hester Lee's Practice 3

    1200 El Camino Real

    South San Francisco, CA 94080

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    What is Dr. Lee's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538111026.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lee

    What is Dr. Hester Lee's specialty?

    Dr. Lee is an Ophthalmologist near Redwood City, CA.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.

    Is Dr. Hester Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Hester Lee accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Hester Lee is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hester Lee offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (510) 307-1530 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hester Lee?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (510) 307-1530 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

    Dr. Lee's offices are located in Redwood City, CA, North Richmond, CA, and South San Francisco, CA.